Arjun Rampal Gained 14 Kgs to Match Rana Daggubati’s Dominance in Rana Naidu 2
Arjun Rampal is going all-in for his role in the much-anticipated Rana Naidu Season 2. Known for his intense screen presence, the Bollywood actor has taken a drastic physical route to ensure his character holds ground against Rana Daggubati’s towering presence.
` Arjun’s Body Transformation: 14 Kgs of Muscle
In a recent interview with Bollywood media, Arjun candidly revealed that standing next to Rana made him look visibly smaller, and that just wouldn’t work for the character dynamic. To hold his own on screen, Arjun put on 14 kilograms of muscle mass, ensuring he looked every bit the physical equal to Rana’s dominating persona.
“You can’t just act powerful—you have to look the part, too,” Arjun stated. “I knew I had to go through a complete physical transformation.”
Beyond Muscle: Diving Deep Into the Mind of a Villain
Arjun Rampal isn’t new to negative roles, but his character Rauf in Rana Naidu 2 is taking him into darker, more emotionally complex territory. He spoke about the mental toll of playing such intense roles, admitting that it was both draining and thrilling.
Rampal emphasized that collaborating closely with the writers and director was key to shaping Rauf’s unpredictable nature. He didn’t want to be just another villain—he wanted Rauf to be layered with dark humor, erratic behavior, and emotional depth.
“Rauf is dangerous, yes, but also strangely likable at times,” Arjun added. “He’s not your typical baddie, and that’s what made him exciting to play.”
As filming continues, fans are eagerly awaiting what promises to be a power-packed season of Netflix’s gritty crime drama. With two powerhouses like Arjun Rampal and Rana Daggubati clashing on screen, the stakes have never been higher.
